Opportunities

The Commission for Gender Equality is inviting individuals, organisations, and stakeholders to submit inputs, perspectives, and recommendations on issues related to teenage pregnancy, child protection, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), gender-based violence (GBV), psychosocial support, and coordinated responses. These submissions will inform discussions at the national event.

Who it is for:

young people affected by teenage pregnancy, youth advocates, NGOs working on SRHR, child protection stakeholders, GBV and psychosocial support providers, coordinating bodies for youth health initiatives

How to act on it:

Submit written inputs via email or postal mail to the Commission for Gender Equality's head office address.

You can access help through the HelpMe GBV Skype service for the Deaf community.

Who it is for:

Deaf community members needing GBV/trafficking-related help

How to act on it:

Use Skype HelpMe GBV.

You can report trafficking-related information through SAPS Crime Stop using the number provided.

Who it is for:

anyone who wants to report trafficking-related information

How to act on it:

Call SAPS Crime Stop 08600 10111.

You can use the provided USSD code to access reporting/help channels.

Who it is for:

anyone who can use USSD to report or seek help

How to act on it:

Dial USSD 1207867#.

You can access GBV support and reporting channels through the GBV Command Centre using the provided 24/7 number.

Who it is for:

anyone needing GBV support related to trafficking

How to act on it:

Call GBV Command Centre at 0800 428 428.

You can report trafficking-related emergencies and get help by calling the SAPS emergency number 10111.

Who it is for:

anyone who needs to report trafficking-related emergencies

How to act on it:

Call SAPS Emergency 10111.

You can contact Childline using the provided number for help related to children.

Who it is for:

children and/or people seeking help for children

How to act on it:

Call Childline 116.

You can report human trafficking to the SA National Human Trafficking Hotline using the provided 24/7 number.

Who it is for:

anyone who wants to report human trafficking

How to act on it:

Call 0800 222 777.

The CGE drives policy recommendations and legislative reviews to ensure that laws, policies and frameworks actively dismantle systematic gender discrimination and promote substantive equality.

Who it is for:

laws, policies and frameworks (through government and related processes)

How to act on it:

The document does not describe a submission or participation process; it only states that the CGE drives policy recommendations and legislative reviews.

The CGE conducts Gender Audits in institutions and organisations to identify systematic gender biases and gender-discriminatory practices.

Who it is for:

institutions and organisations

How to act on it:

The document does not describe an application or request process; it only states that the CGE conducts Gender Audits.

The CGE leads public education and advocacy initiatives to raise awareness on gender equality in private and public sector.

Who it is for:

private and public sector stakeholders

How to act on it:

The document does not describe an application or attendance/participation process; it only states that the CGE leads public education and advocacy initiatives.

The Commission for Gender Equality invites SMMEs—especially women-owned and women-led businesses—to share their lived experiences of engaging with the digital economy by completing a short survey. Your input will contribute to evidence-based policy recommendations and advocacy efforts to improve digital access, strengthen digital skills, and enhance economic inclusion.

Who it is for:

SMMEs, especially women-owned and women-led businesses; also women and students are part of the study focus

How to act on it:

Contact Ms. Grace Rapholo and Dr. Jamela Hoveni (email or cellphone) to participate in the study.